NYS Music 202​2

Category: Regions

  • Cortland Repertory Theatre Announces 50th Anniversary Summer Season

    Cortland Repertory Theatre has announced the activities for their 50th anniversary summer season. Running from June 8 to August 20, patrons will have the chance to see a variety of entertainment at the Little York Pavilion in Preble, NY

    This summer, the Cortland Repertory Theatre will showcase three musicals and two plays, including “Hair”, “Over the River and Through the Woods” and “Kiss Me, Kate”. June 8 -18, the CRT will debut their rendition of the tribal rock musical “Hair”, featuring music by Galt MacDermot and lyrics by Gerome Ragni.  The show examines what it means to be a young person in a changing world, with spotlights on identity, community and global responsibility. 

    From June 22 – July 1, patrons will enjoy a revival of “Over the River and Through the Woods” by Joe DiPietro. Originally produced in 2005, this fan favorite comedy tells the story of a young Italian man navigating moving away from his family as they do everything in their power to stop him. 

    From July 6 – 16, the second CRT revival will make its appearance with the return of “Kiss me, Kate”. Originally performed in 1984, this musical mixes unique characters with classic songs like ‘So In Love’ and ‘Too Darn Hot’. 

    From July 20 – 30, patrons can enjoy the regional premiere of Agatha Christie’s murder mystery “Murder on the Orient Express”. The stage version of this classic mystery will be a special treat to CRT audiences.

    Ending the summer is a special production of Mary Poppins, running from August 3 – 20. Although based on the Disney film and stories by P.L. Travers, new songs and music will be added to enhance the musical’s magic. The classic childhood story will enchant those who see it.

    Every show will be held indoors, as opposed to last year’s season, and CRT has taken great precautions to keep all attendees safe. New technology has been installed in all theatre facilities, including the Pavilion’s theatre and backstage area, as a way to filter air and reduce the amount of germs transmitted. Covid guidelines will be finalized at a later date.

    Five-show summer subscriptions, as well as more ticket information, can be found here.

  • 420 Celebration Brings Cannabis Culture to Queens

    This new NYC 420 celebration coming to Queens will be an unforgettable event for all people; hip hop lovers, rastas and hippies can join in dance and share good vibes. This event is the longest running, largest, private cannabis event in the state, The New York Harvest Festival & Freedom Fair. 

    420 Celebration Brings Cannabis Culture to Queens, NY
    420 Celebration Brings Cannabis Culture to Queens, NY

    The NYC 420 Celebration will provide a fine art’s gallery, cannabis culture vendors, speakers, workshops, multimedia, high end sounds, a fashion show, competitions (including NYC first Cannabis Cup), food trucks, full bar, outdoor smoking area. This event will be a profound combination of cultural diversity fusing musical genres and NYC legends.

    Reggae Allstars such as The Original Wailers are headlining this multi genre event by bringing the classic tunes of Bob Marley. Similarly, joining the lineup is Tony Touch, the legendary “Mixtape King.” 

    The “Godfather of EDM,” DJ Keoki will also be joining the lineup with his iconic style. Also joining these historic performers are the Real Radio Rahim and his Old School Dance Party featuring Grandmaster Dee, DJ Jeffrey D, DJ Mad Marv & DJ Red Boy.

    Join this tribal gathering where human interests and the natural spirit take precedence, the 25th Harvest Fest on October 7-10, 2022. There will also be a hosting of the longest running Cannabis Cup (competition) in America.


    The visual gallery will feature a wide spread of different forms of art from Colette Aimée, Lisa Betournay, and Danny Armstrong.

    The festival will also feature guest emcees like The Real Radio Rahim (Cosmic Joy Entertainment), Rick Naya (Host of The Rick Naya Show), Rob Robinson (Owner & Founder of Damn Sam Pro), and installation artist Christopher Peter Van der Essen.

    The Harvest festival also features guest speakers like Dan Goldman (Marijuana Tomorrow Podcast, NY Cannabis Alliance), Dana Beal (Cures Not Wars, Founder Global Marijuana March) and Louise Vincent & Michael Galipeau (Urban Survivors Union)

    Tickets are only $25, and are also $10 after 11pm. For more information, here. 

  • Wu-Tang Clan and Nas Bring ‘NY State of Mind’ Tour To Prudential Center on Sept. 13

    Hip Hop Legends Wu-Tang Clan and Nas have released the dates for their upcoming 25 city summer tour. Beginning in August, the five-week trek will see Nas and the Clan make their way to the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ on Tuesday, September 13.

    NY State of Mind Tour

    Wu-Tang Clan are recognized as one of the greatest hip hop groups of all time since their breakout debut, 36 Chambers, in 1993. They have set numerous trends and have had a significant impact on the rap game and have provided us with some of the rap game’s greatest personalities.

    Despite having nine distinct characters, the group seamlessly merges under the musical guidance of RZA. While all skilled rappers, his vision for the group both sonically and stylistically has created an everlasting movement. The group became famous for sampling martial arts films, RZA kept a heavy Motown and oldies influence throughout the Clan’s music, and sampling the likes of Syl Johnson, Aretha Franklin, among others.

    Unlike many groups that have phased out of the limelight, the Clan remain relevant, regardless of time. While the group has always taken regular breaks, they have still managed to churn out three platinum albums and more than 85 full-length releases. They were also one of the first acts to diversify their brand, with Wu Wear becoming a popular hip hop brand.

    Never the slouch, Nas had his big break after the release of his 1992 song “Halftime“, from the Zebrahead movie soundtrack. He released his classic debut, Illamatic, in 1994 with Colombia Records. With gritty and thought provoking rhymes alike, Nas is certified as one of the best rappers of all-time.

    After winning his first Grammy-award for his 2020 album, King’s Disease, Nas was again nominated for “King’s Disease II,” a testament to his longevity.

    With the substantial amount of influence both parties have had over decades within the hip hop community and worldwide, the tour is sure to be highly successful.

    For all fans, tickets will be available for purchase on Tuesday, April 26 at 10 A.M.

    NY STATE OF MIND TOUR DATES:

    Tue Aug 30 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre*

    Thu Sep 01 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center*

    Fri Sep 02 – Tinley Park, IL – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre*

    Sat Sep 03 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre^

    Sun Sep 04 – Toronto, ON – Budweiser Stage^

    Wed Sep 07 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center*

    Thu Sep 08 – Camden, NJ – Waterfront Music Pavilion*

    Fri Sep 09 – Hartford, CT – XFINITY Theatre*

    Sat Sep 10 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center*

    Tue Sep 13 – Newark, NJ – Prudential Center^

    Wed Sep 14 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach*

    Fri Sep 16 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live*

    Sat Sep 17 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek*

    Sun Sep 18 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion*

    Tue Sep 20 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre*

    Wed Sep 21 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre*

    Thu Sep 22 – Atlanta, GA – Lakewood Amphitheatre*

    Sat Sep 24 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center^

    Sun Sep 25 – Austin, TX– Germania Insurance Amphitheater^

    Mon Sep 26 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavilion*

    Thu Sep 29 – Phoenix, AZ – Ak-Chin Pavilion*

    Fri Sep 30 – Irvine, CA – FivePoint Amphitheatre*

    Sat Oct 01 – Oakland, CA – Oakland Arena^

    Sun Oct 02 – Wheatland, CA – Toyota Amphitheatre*

    Tue Oct 04 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Bowl^

    *Citi Presale Available ^American Express® Early Access Available

  • Basilica Hudson Announces 2022 Season

    Multidisciplinary arts center Basilica Hudson has announced their 2022 season, and this season is loaded with tons of film, music, art, environmental, and community programs.

    For those unfamiliar, Basilica Hudson is an arts and performance venue built inside an old factory in the city of Hudson, NY. The factory produced railroad car wheels in the 1880s and was later converted into a glue factory. It closed in the 1980s but was rebought to be used as a cultural arts center. It lies alongside the east of the Hudson River and has been serving its community as an epicenter for cultural arts for over twenty years now.

    Basilica Hudson

    Since then, the venue has been renovated and is now solar-powered. An extension of Basilica Hudson, BASILICA GREEN, works hard to develop public programs, push for green initiatives, and promote environmental stewardship in the Hudson Valley community. Notably, on April 24th, BASILICA GREEN will host an Earth Day event on their campus. Here, there will be tons of educational opportunities as well as live music and advocacy letter-writing campaign opportunities.

    Basilica Gallery will open on May 5th. This will be a weekly series, dubbed Jupiter Nights, and will be an opportunity for local creatives to showcase their music, poetry, or other art. Those interested in performing or displaying their work in the gallery should contact info@basilicahudson.org.

    For more information on the 2022 season, visit https://basilicahudson.org.

  • Wiz Khalifa and Logic Announce ‘Vinyl Verse’ Tour 2022, Barclay’s Center, SPAC and Darien Lake stops included

    Wiz Khalifa and Logic have just announced their co-headline Vinyl Verse Tour featuring special guests. In fact, the 28-city tour will make a stops throughout New York at the Brooklyn Barclay’s Center on August 16, and at Saratoga Springs’ Saratoga Performing Arts Center on August 23. Truly, you won’t regret adding the dynamic experiences of Wiz Khalifa and Logic to your summer 2022 agenda.

    Wiz Khalifa and Logic Announce 'Vinyl Verse' Tour 2022

    The two infamous rappers have joined forces with Live Nation for their upcoming Vinyl Verse Tour. Featuring special guests DJ Drama, C Dot Castro, and Fedd the God, the 28-city trek kicks off July 27 at the FivePoint Amphitheatre in Irvine, California, making stops in Houston, Atlanta, and Brooklyn, before wrapping up in St.Louis. 

    Wiz Khalifa and Logic

    Multi-platinum selling, Grammy and Golden Globe nominated recording artist Wiz Khalifa rose to fame with the success of his first major label debut album, Rolling Papers in 2011.

    ‎Rolling Papers holds infamous hits such as “Black and Yellow” and more. These successful songs gave Wiz the platform to win the “Best New Artist” and “Top New Artist” music awards. Later on, Wiz’s track “See You Again,” off the FURIOUS 7 soundtrack catapulted to the top of the charts across 95 countries. Throughout his career, Khalifa has inspired various elements of pop culture from music integration and content creation to MMA lifestyle apparel. 

    Wiz Khalifa and Logic

    Also known as Sir Robert Bryson Hall II or Bobby Hall, Logic has made a name for himself as one of the most prolific and prevalent artists of the past decade since his emergence in 2010. The Maryland native progressed from online mixtapes to three number one albums, two GRAMMY® Award nominations, and dozens of gold and platinum certifications. Similarly, Logic has sold out arena tours on multiple continents and 6 billion streams and counting. 

    Wiz Khalifa and Logic’s song “High Today”

    VINYL VERSE TOUR DATES:  

    Wed Jul 27– Irvine, CA – FivePoint Amphitheatre 

    Thu Jul 28 – Inglewood, CA – YouTube Theater 

    Sat Jul 30 – Phoenix, AZ – Ak-Chin Pavilion 

    Tue Aug 02 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater 

    Wed Aug 03 – El Paso, TX – UTEP Don Haskins Center 

    Fri Aug 05 – Austin, TX – Germania Insurance Amphitheater 

    Sat Aug 06 – Houston, TX – Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion 

    Sun Aug 07 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavilion 

    Mon Aug 08 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP 

    Wed Aug 10 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena 

    Thu Aug 11 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion 

    Fri Aug 12 – Atlanta, GA – Lakewood Amphitheatre 

    Sat Aug 13 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach 

    Sun Aug 14 – Camden, NJ – Waterfront Music Pavilion 

    Tue Aug 16 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclay’s Center 

    Wed Aug 17 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center 

    Fri Aug 19 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live 

    Sat Aug 20 – Hartford, CT – XFINITY Theatre 

    Sun Aug 21 – Gilford, NH – Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion 

    Mon Aug 22 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center 

    Tue Aug 23 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Saratoga Performing Arts Center 

    Thu Aug 25 – Darien Center, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheatre 

    Fri Aug 26 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center 

    Sat Aug 27 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center 

    Sun Aug 28 – Burgettstown, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake 

    Tue Aug 30 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center 

    Thu Sep 01 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre 

    Fri Sep 02 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre 

    Wiz Khalifa and Logic’s song “Indica Badu”

    Ticket Information:

    Tickets go on sale starting on Friday, April 22nd at 10 am located here.

    Citi is the official card of the Vinyl Verse Tour 2022. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday April 19th at 10 am ET until Thursday, April 21st at 10 pm through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details, visit here.  

  • Ariel Arbisser Wants to See Red In New Single ‘Bloodshed’

    Ithaca-based singer Ariel Arbisser embraces the darkness within with her new single ‘Bloodshed’. This is her first release since her 2021 album, Risk of Love.

    The powerful songstress uses the new single as a vehicle to express her personal struggles. We’ve all had moments where we struggle not to become whatever we’re fighting against, whether those issues stem from trauma, frustration or injustice, but while listening to ‘Bloodshed’, listeners can take a moment to stop fighting and give in, if only for a few minutes.  

    “It feels valid and warranted, It’s the side we try to hide and keep tamed that comes out to fight when we’re at our limit. “

    Ariel Arbisser

    The multi-talented singer has delved into many sections of the art world including musicals like “Rent”, “Little Women” and “Candide”, as well as plays like “Museum” and “The Maid”. Arbisser also wrote, produced and starred in the original web series “Sex, Drugs, A Cappella”. 

    In addition to starring in theater productions, Arbisser has also traveled around the US teaching her “Sing It Like You Mean It” module, along with other workshops. The module employs tools from the Meisner Technique to help singers become more comfortable and connected during their performances.

    PC : Drew Bordeaux

    Since 2018, Arbisser has been working on her personal music while helping those around the country learn new performance techniques and ideologies. In 2021, she returned to Ithaca to finalize and release her debut album, Risk of Love, after previously singing with groups like The Funx and Frisky Business.

  • Adequate Phil Drops Psychedelic New Single

    Adequate Phil doesn’t tether themselves to one genre, and their newest single, “Can’t Not,” showcases this. In it, elements of psychedelia, hip-hop, and folk infuse to make one cerebral concoction. This single is the third of many to come from the new “folk-freak” group coming out of Troy, which falls just north of Albany and lies alongside the Hudson River.

    Adequate Phil

    The band consists of three members. Sean McLaughlin provides vocals throughout the track. Moreover, Phil McGrath plays the guitar. Notably, Runey Ghosh provides beautiful bass instrumentation on this project. It is thick, it is beautiful, and it is funky. His instrumental abilities add an essential layer of personality to this song.

    Their previous release, “Baby Leeches/Vessel” was previously covered by EQXposure on WEQX, an independent radio station in the Capital Region of New York.

    The group will be performing at the Troy Speakeasy on April 23rd. For more on Adequate Phil, visit https://linktr.ee/adequatephil.

  • Syracuse’s Carrier Dome to Change Name

    Syracuse University’s Carrier Dome will finally change its name after 43 years. The venue’s naming rights will go to JMA Wireless, a local technology company.

    luke bryan carrier dome
    A Luke Bryan concert at the Carrier Dome in 2016. Credit Jim Houle.

    The famed Central New York stadium got its name after Carrier Global Corporation made a $2.75 million donation in 1979, the year before it opened, in exchange for naming rights in perpetuity. The University and Carrier decided to end their partnership this month, nearly two decades since Carrier closed to production plants in Syracuse after laying off more than 1,200 workers in 2003.

    In addition to numerous sporting events, the Carrier Dome has also hosted many well know musicians and concerts. Some of the most notable acts that performed there include Prince in 1985, Billy Joel in 2015, and Paul McCartney in 2017. The former Beatles front man is scheduled to perform at the Carrier Dome again on June 4 of this year.

    Prince’s performance at the Carrier Dome, from March 30, 1985, was live streamed on the deceased icon’s YouTube channel in May of 2020. The footage was made available as part of Prince’s estate’s efforts to release previously unseen videos contained in his Paisley Park archives. The Syracuse show then became a live album with sales from the album donated to the World Health Organization.

    Paul McCartney will be making his second stop at the Carrier Dome this June. Prior to the concert scheduled for this summer he had performed at the Carrier Dome in September of 2017. The two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee had also been slated to play the venue in 1993 before cancelling his show.

    paul mccartney carrier dome

    Despite the impending name change, it’s too early to tell if this will affect future bookings. The name change has not yet been officially announced by either Syracuse University or Carrier. There is still no confirmation of the venue’s new name.

  • The Rock and Roll Playhouse Announces Earth Day Activities With Grateful Dead For Kids

    The Rock and Roll Playhouse has announced that a national Earth Day weekend celebration on April 23 and 24 is coming to Port Chester, NY. The Playhouse is a family concert series where kids rock out to the classics, and this concert series will feature music by the Grateful Dead for Kids.

    rock and roll playhouse poster
    The Rock and Roll Playhouse Grateful Dead Earth Day celebration.

    Stephen Grybowski, Senior Director of the Playhouse, said they are excited to bring families together for this event.

    We’re excited to bring families together across the country to celebrate Earth Day Weekend. The Grateful Dead were not only a phenomenal band with classic songs, but they were environmentally aware—that’s a connection that makes these shows an even more special celebration for families as we inspire the next generation of young rockers.

    It provides kids with early music exposure and promotes creativity. It is introducing the new generation to music by artists including The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, Phish, David Bowie, Prince, Aretha Franklin, Dave Matthews Band, and more. It was founded in 2013 at the Brooklyn Bowl by Peter Shapiro, co-owner of the Bowl and owner of The Capitol Theatre, and Amy Striem, a certified Early Childhood, and Elementary teacher.

    Proceeds from the shows will go to the Grateful Dead’s official non-profit Rex Foundation, which supports charitable organizations working to protect the Earth. Tickets are on sale now.

    Earth Day Weekend Schedule: 

    4/23: Garcia’s—Port Chester, NY

    4/23: Terminal West—Atlanta, GA

    4/24: White Eagle Hall—Jersey City, NJ*

    4/24: Brooklyn Bowl—Brooklyn, NY

    4/24: Mission Theater—Portland, OR (AM show)

    4/24: Mission Theater—Portland, OR (PM show)

    4/24: Sweetwater Music Hall—Mill Valley, CA

    4/24: Funky Biscuit—Boca Raton, FL

    4/24: Grey Eagle—Asheville, NC

    4/24: High Noon Saloon—Madison, WI

    4/24: The Vogel—Red Bank NJ

    4/24: Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia—Philadelphia, PA

    4/24: First Avenue—Minneapolis, MN

    4/24: Brooklyn Bowl Nashville—Nashville, TN

    4/24: Thalia Hall—Chicago, IL

    *Program is David Bowie for Kids

  • State Champs Continues Pop-Punk Excellence On New EP

    State Champs has dropped a new five-song EP, titled Eventually. This release from the Albany band continues to showcase their incredible talents.

    The titular track on this project highlights all the staple pieces that make a pop-punk classic. The hook is insanely catchy and the drums are powerfully ambitious with just the right amount of trash. The guitar on this is bright. Closing your eyes while listening to this thing, one can picture themselves in a teenage skater movie, as exemplified by the cover art of this project.

    State Champs

    Notably, the second track on this project features Ben Barlow of Neck Deep. “Everybody but You” timelines the adolescent feelings of anger after love loss in the best ways possible. Teenagers are irrational, and seeking revenge in the form of the throwdown of the century may not seem like the most reasonable course of action, but State Champs convinces you otherwise on this track.

    This EP comes in anticipation of the fourth studio album from State Champs, Kings Of The New Age, where they hope to continue cementing themselves as pop-punk icons. So long as the tracks continue to sound like this, King Of The New Age will be excellent.

    Pre-order for the album is available at  https://lnk.to/StateChamps.